ispaghul

/ɪˈspɑːɡuːl/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant (amaranth) cultivated for its seeds which are used as a food source and as a thickening agent.

“The traditional Indian recipe used ispaghul to thicken its rich curry sauce.”

Synonyms

  • amaranth
  • pigweed

Antonyms

  • leafy green
  • vegetable